The Warner Theatre Center for Arts Education's highly acclaimed Young Actors Series gives students of the WTCAE the unique opportunity to showcase the skills they've learned in their performing arts classes at the Center through high-caliber, full-scale theatrical productions on the Warner's magnificent Main Stage and Nancy Marine Studio Theatre stage.

Auditions for Young Actors Series productions are open only to our currently enrolled students - just one more benefit of joining the WTCAE! For more information about the Young Actors Series or upcoming auditions, call the WTCAE Reception Office at 860-489-7180 x148.

YOUNG ACTORS SERIES 2018-2019 SEASON

Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

Directed by Katie BrunettoSaturday, February 23 at 2pm & 7pmSunday, February 24 at 2pm

​DISNEY'S​THE LION KING, JR. February 23 & 24, 2018Warner Main Stage

Disney's The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world and now, for the first time ever, you have the opportunity to produce this one-of-a-kind musical in your your school. The African savannah comes to life on your stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle... and back again, in this inspiring,coming-of-age tale.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY features an original story, and it’s every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that weren’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents.

Personal Responsibility Statement: The Warner Theatre prides itself on offering a diverse selection of arts entertainment for the Northwest Connecticut region.Not all productions may appeal to or be appropriate for every person or for all ages. Patrons are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the shows we offer in order to make informed decisions prior to purchasing tickets.

Performance run times are an estimate only. Most performances are live in nature and therefore run times are subject to change without notice.